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Post Medieval Lead Musket Ball and Pistol Shot Collection Post Medieval Lead Musket Ball and Pistol Shot Collection Post Medieval Lead Musket Ball and Pistol Shot Collection
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LOT 1851

Post Medieval Lead Musket Ball and Pistol Shot Collection

17TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.

3/8 - 3/4 in. (600 grams total, 9-18 mm).

Mixed group including a leader powder-measure. [28, No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired since the 1970s.
From the private collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

CONDITION
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LOT 1851

Post Medieval Lead Musket Ball and Pistol Shot Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £7

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